How many Audi Q3 are there on UK roads?

Approximately 172,637 Audi Q3 are licensed in the UK, according to DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025).

Audi Q3 8U Facelift — Wheel Fitment & Specs

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 2011–present

TL;DR — The Audi Q3 8U Facelift (2011–present) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 57.1 mm centre bore, M14x1.5 bolts torqued to ~140 Nm. It accepts ~6J–9J wheels at ET14–ET45.

Overview

The Audi Q3 is a subcompact luxury crossover SUV produced by Audi since 2011. It uses the Volkswagen Group A (PQ46) platform, sharing components with vehicles like the Volkswagen Golf and Audi A3. The Q3 slots above the Audi Q2 in Audi's lineup and targets a lifestyle/sports market rather than family practicality or off-road performance. Development began in 2007, and production started at SEAT’s Martorell factory in Spain in June 2011.

Wheel fitment

Bolt pattern (PCD)	5x112
Centre bore	57.1 mm
Bolt / thread	M14x1.5 (bolts)
Wheel-bolt torque	140 Nm
Seat type	radius
Factory setup	square
TPMS	indirect

Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:

Position	Width	Offset
Front	6J–9J	ET14–ET45

As a rule, each extra 1J of width wants roughly +8–10 ET to keep the wheel tucked. The exact offset and any spacer are confirmed by the fit-check.

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UK popularity & demand

~172,637 Audi Q3 licensed on UK roads — top 2% of models by volume.

Based on DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025), there are approximately 172,637 Audi Q3 on UK roads, placing it in the top 2% of car models by volume across our fitment database. That makes its wheel fitment a high-demand size to keep in stock — one reason we track its exact spec here.

Source: DfT/DVLA licensed-vehicle statistics (VEH0124), matched to the AIWheelTech fitment database.

Engines & drivetrain

Variant	Engine	Fuel	Power	Drive
2.5 TFSI RS Q3 performance 367PS	2.5L Volkswagen EA855 turbo I5	petrol	367 hp	Quattro
2.5 TFSI RS Q3 340PS	2.5L Volkswagen EA855 turbo I5	petrol	340 hp	Quattro
2.5 TFSI RS Q3 310PS	2.5L Volkswagen EA855 turbo I5	petrol	310 hp	Quattro
2.0 TFSI 211PS	2.0L Volkswagen EA888 turbo I4	petrol	211 hp	null\|xDrive
2.0 TFSI 200PS (North America)	2.0L Volkswagen EA888 turbo I4	petrol	200 hp	null\|xDrive
2.0 TDI 184PS	2.0L Volkswagen EA189 turbo I4	diesel	184 hp	null\|xDrive
2.0 TFSI 180PS	2.0L Volkswagen EA888 turbo I4	petrol	180 hp	null\|xDrive
2.0 TDI 177PS	2.0L Volkswagen EA189 turbo I4	diesel	177 hp	null\|xDrive
2.0 TFSI 170PS	2.0L Volkswagen EA888 turbo I4	petrol	170 hp	null\|xDrive
1.4 TFSI	1.4L Volkswagen EA211 turbo I4	petrol	150 hp	null\|xDrive
1.4 TFSI COD	1.4L Volkswagen EA211 turbo I4 (CZDA/CZEA)	petrol	150 hp	null\|xDrive
2.0 TDI 150PS	2.0L Volkswagen EA189 turbo I4	diesel	150 hp	null\|xDrive
2.0 TDI 140PS	2.0L Volkswagen EA189 turbo I4	diesel	140 hp	null\|xDrive
2.0 TDI 120PS	2.0L Volkswagen EA189 turbo I4	diesel	120 hp	null\|xDrive

Performance

Variant	Power	Top speed
2.5 TFSI RS Q3 310PS	310 hp	155 mph
2.5 TFSI RS Q3 340PS	340 hp	155 mph
2.5 TFSI RS Q3 performance 367PS	367 hp	155 mph

Dimensions

Length	4385 mm
Width	1831 mm
Height	1608 mm
Wheelbase	2603 mm

Body styles & production

Body styles	SUV
Produced	2011–present

Trim levels

S lineSport

Factory colours

Energy RedSepang Blue

History & notable variants

The first generation of the Audi Q3 was unveiled at Auto Shanghai 2011 and went on sale shortly after. It received a facelift for the 2015 model year, introducing new front lights, grille design, and interior upgrades. Notable variants include the RS Q3 concept (2012) and the production RS Q3 (2013-2016), featuring a powerful 2.5 TFSI engine.

Reliability & owner notes

Pros: Stylish design, powerful engines, advanced technology
Cons: Limited cargo space compared to larger SUVs
Common issues: None reported